Mahabharata Adi Parva Shloka 3303
Shloka (श्लोक)
स मृगान महिषांश चैव विनिघ्नन राजसत्तमः
गङ्गाम अनुचचारैकः सिद्धचारणसेविताम
⚡ Quick Meaning
The great king tirelessly hunted deer and buffalo, roaming along the sacred banks of the Ganges, attended by celestial beings.
📖 Translations
English Translation
This shloka illustrates King Shantanu’s relentless pursuit of game, including deer and buffalo, as he roamed by the banks of the Ganges, a holy river, attended by divine beings.
हिंदी अनुवाद
यह श्लोक राजा शांतनु की निरंतर शिकार की यात्रा का वर्णन करता है, जो मृग और महिष का शिकार करते हुए गंगा के तटों पर घूमते हैं, उनके साथ दिव्य प्राणी होते हैं।
🔍 Commentary
📜 Context
The reference to the Ganges signifies the purity and spirituality in the actions of Shantanu, essential to understanding his character in the epic.
🧘 Meaning
King Shantanu’s pursuits highlight both earthly desires and the sacredness of his environment, merging martial skills with a touch of divinity.
🌟 Application
We can learn to pursue our passions while maintaining respect for our surroundings and seeking higher values in our endeavors.
